In Avon, MN which is just outside of the Saint Cloud, MN metro area, a house was consumed by fire and is a total loss. The fire is suspected as starting in the garage and then moved to consume the entire structure. No injuries are reported and reports at the scene are that everyone did get out of the home safely.

The fire was a multiple alarm fire with mutual aid from the Albany, MN and Saint Joseph, MN fire departments.

*Update* Per officials at the scene, the house is a triplex apartment or multi family complex.